Top 10 Stadiums that have hosted most ODIs

3. Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia – 144:

The Melbourne Cricket Ground was established way back in the year 1853. The MCG is the 10th-largest stadium in the world, the largest in Australia, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, the largest cricket ground by capacity, and has the tallest light towers of any sporting venue. Before re-development, the stadium had a capacity of 1,25,000 which has now reduced to 90,000. The first ODI match was played here on January 5, 1971 when Australia played a one-off ODI against England. The MCG, also known as “The G,” has hosted 144 ODIs till now. Ricky Ponting is the highest run getter at this vintage ground with 2108 runs in 41 matches. Spin great Shane Warne (46) is the top wicket-taker here.